Executive, critical, or confidential hires. What makes them so different?
In my view not a lot. The same principles apply as they do to any great hire you work with a recruitment partner on, you expect to have quality, transparency, and confidence in the process.
The real value comes from knowing your recruitment partner has truly scoured the market, not just dipped into their network and they are willing to evidence that they’ve found you the very best talent available with information and data that shows their work. And equally, that they can represent you with discretion, professionalism, and care throughout the process.
Because in senior and confidential hiring, every interaction counts. Your partner isn’t just sourcing candidates, they’re acting on your behalf, protecting your reputation, and ensuring stakeholders and candidates see your business in the best possible light.
Ask yourself:
❓ Does your recruitment partner willingly show evidence that they’ve mapped the whole market? Not just sent who they already know or a list of applicants you could get yourself?
🔎 Do they give you confidence in the longlist, shortlist and the process behind it?
✔️ Are they managing communication and discretion so your reputation is protected at every step?
📈 Do they balance skills and experience of the brief with someone’s ability to grow into a role and deliver longer term impact?
🔦 Is the process transparent enough that you know you’re hiring the very best available talent, not just the most convenient?
When it comes to critical or confidential hires, the name above the door matters less than the credibility you gain from a seamless service being delivered. A recruitment partner you trust, and value should always give you confidence that the process is precise, discreet, and designed to secure the right leader for your business.
If you would like to discuss more or share your own challenges and priorities when it comes to attracting and retaining the best talent for your business get in contact with me directly and let’s see how I can help you succeed.
Mark
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